Severe Storms, Tornadoes Expected in Michiana Wednesday

Recent severe storms in Michiana have left widespread damage, including downed trees and power outages affecting thousands of residents. An EF1 tornado, confirmed by the National Weather Service, touched down in Starke and Marshall Counties, causing extensive damage, particularly at Ancilla College, where it uprooted trees and overturned a mobile home, injuring one individual. Recovery efforts are ongoing, with local highway crews working diligently to clear roads blocked by fallen trees and debris. Additional storms are expected to hit the area, bringing further risk of severe weather, including damaging winds and localized flooding. Meteorologists are monitoring conditions closely as further tornado activity may be possible. Communities are urged to remain vigilant as they continue to recover from the impact of these recent storms.